This is episode 12! In this episode I speak with Michael Shekell who is one half of Builder Brokers, a company only founded a couple of years ago which is seeing massive growth not only in Queensland but nation wide.

This is not one of my normal interviews where we talk about career and ideas as such, it is more of a business podcast about what Builder Brokers do and where they are going. I am fascinated by this company and as Michael explains to me what they are trying to achieve is the “Uber of the construction industry”

Put it this way, when we ended our interview a nearby property professional handed Michel a business card. I expect many more to reach out after listening.

Don’t forget to leave a review on iTunes.

This is Episode 12, enjoy!

]]>If you know someone that has a great story or ideas to share, you can find me on LinkedIn. Jessica Reynolds, urban planner.

This is episode 12! In this episode I speak with Michael Shekell who is one half of Builder Brokers, a company only founded a couple of years ago which is seeing massive growth not only in Queensland but nation wide.

This is not one of my normal interviews where we talk about career and ideas as such, it is more of a business podcast about what Builder Brokers do and where they are going. I am fascinated by this company and as Michael explains to me what they are trying to achieve is the “Uber of the construction industry”

Put it this way, when we ended our interview a nearby property professional handed Michel a business card. I expect many more to reach out after listening.

For 21 years Elizabeth headed her own private practice, Elizabeth Watson Brown Architects. She then merged Architectus.

Among her many accomplishments Elizabeth just recently collaborated with the world famous firm WOHA on Brisbane tower 443 Queen Street.

In this interview we discuss her career, being a working mum, her thoughts on the industry and where to from here..

This is Episode 11, enjoy!

If you know someone that has a great story or ideas to share, you can find me on linkedIn. Jessica Reynolds, urban planner.

]]>In this episode I speak with one of Brisbane’s most respected female architects, Elizabeth Watson Brown.

For 21 years Elizabeth headed her own private practice, Elizabeth Watson Brown Architects. She then merged Architectus.

Among her many accomplishments Elizabeth just recently collaborated with the world famous firm WOHA on Brisbane tower 443 Queen Street.

In this interview we discuss her career, being a working mum, her thoughts on the industry and where to from here..

This is Episode 11, enjoy!

If you know someone that has a great story or ideas to share, you can find me on linkedIn. Jessica Reynolds, urban planner.

]]>26:53nofull"Seeing The City Through Fine Art Photography" with Rob Crapnell and Keith StewartTue, 02 Oct 2018 10:56:30 +0000In this episode I speak with two of Brisbane’s fine art photographers. The first, Keith Stewart is a professional scuba diver and the second, Rob Crapnell, who is one of those people who have a bit of experience in everything from Law to town planning, to architecture.

The reason I wanted to interview this unlikely duo is an exhibition they have coming up which peaked my interest. For the exhibition they have photographed buildings in Brisbane CBD and I think it is really important to understand how different people see the city and its buildings.

We discuss their work, why this exhibition is important and go on to Rob and Keith’s thoughts on modern architecture.

]]>In this episode I speak with two of Brisbane’s fine art photographers. The first, Keith Stewart is a professional scuba diver and the second, Rob Crapnell, who is one of those people who have a bit of experience in everything from Law to town planning, to architecture.

The reason I wanted to interview this unlikely duo is an exhibition they have coming up which peaked my interest. For the exhibition they have photographed buildings in Brisbane CBD and I think it is really important to understand how different people see the city and its buildings.

We discuss their work, why this exhibition is important and go on to Rob and Keith’s thoughts on modern architecture.

]]>18:48nofull"A South African Architect's Perspective" with Marco ZietsmanTue, 11 Sep 2018 10:32:51 +0000In episode 9 I speak with Marco Zietsman, an architect who has extensive experience in South Africa having worked with some pretty amazing institutions and notable people. She migrated to Australia 5 years ago and has set up a private architectural practice with her son. We discuss working with family, her career in architecture and explore the differences between working with SA developments to those in Australia. A really interesting interview, marco is articulate and brings a lot of value. I hope you enjoy episode 9! - Jess]]>In episode 9 I speak with Marco Zietsman, an architect who has extensive experience in South Africa having worked with some pretty amazing institutions and notable people. She migrated to Australia 5 years ago and has set up a private architectural practice with her son. We discuss working with family, her career in architecture and explore the differences between working with SA developments to those in Australia. A really interesting interview, marco is articulate and brings a lot of value. I hope you enjoy episode 9! - Jess]]>26:24nofull"A Radical Planners Approach to Creating the City" with Dr Natalie Osbourne Sun, 26 Aug 2018 21:30:27 +0000Dr Natalie Osbourne is a lecturer at Griffith University and describes herself as a radical planner.

In episode 8 we discuss topics such as tactical planning and Natalie's thoughts on how we could approach the creation of the city to improve our communities.

]]>Dr Natalie Osbourne is a lecturer at Griffith University and describes herself as a radical planner.

In episode 8 we discuss topics such as tactical planning and Natalie's thoughts on how we could approach the creation of the city to improve our communities.

We discuss how his company was built, where he is taking it in future and about the ups and downs of owning a scaffolding business with a few guests appearances from his wife Janeen.

This was my first meeting with Matt and it was clear he was skeptical on whether he would come across as a brag but as the interview warms up it is clear how much he loves the business.

]]>In this episode I interview Matthew Rose, owner of Rose Scaffolding. Matt might be only 26 but he already wears many hats as passionate scaffolder, successful business owner and employer.

We discuss how his company was built, where he is taking it in future and about the ups and downs of owning a scaffolding business with a few guests appearances from his wife Janeen.

This was my first meeting with Matt and it was clear he was skeptical on whether he would come across as a brag but as the interview warms up it is clear how much he loves the business.

]]>17:14nofull"Changing How We Network" with the National Directors of Women in Design and ConstructionMon, 30 Jul 2018 01:36:52 +0000In this episode we speak with Althea Papinczak and Erin Oxley, the National Directors of Women in Design and Construction.

Both ladies work full time jobs, but after realising that networking opportunities were limited and not always effective they have created a monthly event for women (and select men) to gather, support and grow.

From a simple networking event in a pub with only a couple of people, the events have grown into something much bigger and now include mentorship programs and scholarships.

In this 20 minute episode learn how, why and where the WIDAC team are changing 'networking'.

]]>In this episode we speak with Althea Papinczak and Erin Oxley, the National Directors of Women in Design and Construction.

Both ladies work full time jobs, but after realising that networking opportunities were limited and not always effective they have created a monthly event for women (and select men) to gather, support and grow.

From a simple networking event in a pub with only a couple of people, the events have grown into something much bigger and now include mentorship programs and scholarships.

In this 20 minute episode learn how, why and where the WIDAC team are changing 'networking'.

]]>20:19nofull"Political Activism from the Top" with Councillor Jonathan Sri Mon, 16 Jul 2018 03:36:47 +0000Jonathan Sri is Councillor of the Gabba Ward in Brisbane. He has embraced social media as a way to communicate openly with residents sharing his work, asking for feedback and promoting change within his community. In this episode we discuss his career and the role of politics in the development of the city. ]]>Jonathan Sri is Councillor of the Gabba Ward in Brisbane. He has embraced social media as a way to communicate openly with residents sharing his work, asking for feedback and promoting change within his community. In this episode we discuss his career and the role of politics in the development of the city. ]]>22:48nofull"How to Digitally Disrupt the Property Development Industry" with Alexander Steffan Town PlannerMon, 02 Jul 2018 12:27:04 +0000Alex Steffan is founder of PropertEase a digital disruption company aimed at changing the the face of property development through data. In this podcast we cover what Alex has created, where he plans to go next and his thoughts on the industry's future. ]]>Alex Steffan is founder of PropertEase a digital disruption company aimed at changing the the face of property development through data. In this podcast we cover what Alex has created, where he plans to go next and his thoughts on the industry's future. ]]>20:19nofull"Architectural Photography in a World of Smart Phones" with Scott Burrows Photographer Mon, 18 Jun 2018 01:19:58 +0000Scott Burrow is a recognised architectural photographer, spending his days between Brisbane and Melbourne. He has worked throughout Australia and internationally with his works published in a number of professional media outlets. In this podcast we discuss his career, advice for those starting in the industry and his thoughts on the future of professional architectural photography in an age of smart phones and content creators. ]]>Scott Burrow is a recognised architectural photographer, spending his days between Brisbane and Melbourne. He has worked throughout Australia and internationally with his works published in a number of professional media outlets. In this podcast we discuss his career, advice for those starting in the industry and his thoughts on the future of professional architectural photography in an age of smart phones and content creators. ]]>30:40nofull"Lessons Learnt Through Property Development" with Louise Fitzgerald Baker Property Developer Mon, 11 Jun 2018 01:38:55 +0000Louise Fitzgerald Baker is a busy mum of three who built a profitable career as one of very few female property developers in South East Queensland. This episode covers why she jumped into the industry head first, her lowest career point and why building up resilience is your greatest asset. ]]>Louise Fitzgerald Baker is a busy mum of three who built a profitable career as one of very few female property developers in South East Queensland. This episode covers why she jumped into the industry head first, her lowest career point and why building up resilience is your greatest asset. ]]>18:24nofull"Designing in Brisbane v Melbourne" with Peter. J. North Architect Thu, 31 May 2018 12:56:58 +0000Peter.J.North Architect is a passionate architect registered in both Queensland and Victoria. In this episode we discuss his career, high end housing, incorporating vegetation into projects and Brisbane vs Melbourne design.

]]>Peter.J.North Architect is a passionate architect registered in both Queensland and Victoria. In this episode we discuss his career, high end housing, incorporating vegetation into projects and Brisbane vs Melbourne design.